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Zoro is an internationally known rock star and the consummate definition of the rare man who marches to the beat of a different drum.. One of the world’s most renowned and respected drummers, he has toured and recorded with Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, The New Edition, Jody Watley, Sean Lennon, Philip Bailey, Lisa Marie Presley, among many others.
Zoro’s worldwide appeal is evident from his numerous awards and accolades. He is consistently voted "#1 R&B Drummer & Educator" in Modern Drummer, Drum! and Rhythm Magazines. Zoro’s best-selling book and DVD, The Commandments of R&B Drumming, were awarded the prestigious, "#1 Best Educational Products Title” in the Modern Drummer & Rhythm Magazine reader’s polls. He is also featured on the celebrated DVD release, Modern Drummer Festival 2005 (Hudson Music).
The author of several books, his current work-in-progress is destined to provide inspiration to readers of all ages for the fulfillment of dreams.
The “Minister of Groove” has been the subject of dozens of print, radio and television stories for more than two decades.
He has been described as tenacious, dedicated, and passionate – qualities that stand out to anyone who crosses his path. Not your stereotypical rock star, Zoro is a positive role model whose example of hard work and clean living has served as an inspiration to generations.
2008 is going to be a great year and we hope you will join Zoro at one of his many events worldwide. Keep an eye on the calendar and keep the groove in your heart!
Zoro has relocated to Nashville, TN from Los Angeles. For those seeking private lessons, that means you can either catch him on the road (see the events page), or, when in Nashville, contact him at 818-257-2414. Zoro will be teaching exclusively at Forks Drum Closet, the top drum store in the region.
We've added a new video player we've called the "Groove TV" to zorothedrummer.com where you can see Z in both video and live performances with Bobby Brown, Lenny Kravitz and Vanessa Paradis. Turn it up!
Let Z know you're a friend by joining him at his new MySpace site. Don't forget to leave a comment too!
See a collection of Zoro hanging with everyone from Lenny Kravitz to Regis and Kelly! Can you name all the stars? See the picture book
Video excerpts are now online!
Get
your own autographed copy of the new Modern Drummer Festival
2005 3-DVD set today, featuring blistering performances
by
Zoro (Lenny
Kravitz, R&B authority)
Jason
Bittner
Rodney Holmes (The Steve Kimock Band)
Keith Carlock (Steely Dan and Sting)
Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers)
Ian Paice (Deep Purple)
Chris Adler (Lamb of God)
Jojo Mayer (with Nerve)
Sheila E (Prince, solo artist)
Alex Acuña (Latin drum set and percussion great)
Raul Rekow (Santana)
Karl Perazzo (Santana)
Roy Haynes (jazz legend)
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Featuring 14 of the funkiest tunes in such styles as gospel, blues, soul, funk, go-go, new jack swing, and hip-hop, this play-along package chronologically documents the evolution of R&B drumming from the 1950s through the late '90s. Included are songs made popular by R&B legends such as James Brown, The Meters, Aretha Franklin, and Janet Jackson. The CD tracks are performed by an all-star R&B band featuring Al McKay, the legendary guitarist of Earth, Wind & Fire. The book also provides historical insight, tips for approaching the music, groove examples, rare photos, and album cover artwork.
$20.00 USD + 3.00 shipping/handling
(TN residents
pay 7% sales tax on purchases)
“Simply put, this is an essential requirement for every drummer’s library.”
-Drummer Magazine
“This book/CD package is well researched, clear in its goals, and enlightening and inspiring in its approach. Keep this one on your bottom shelf; you’re going to want to return to it again and again.”
-Modern Drummer Magazine
You've heard about it for years, but Z wouldn't let anything but the best, most authoritative tome on early rhythm and blues join the Commandments family. Now, the new, must-have pre-quel to the #1 DRUM INSTRUCTIONAL
BOOK in
the world is finally here. Zoro teams with R&B historian Daniel Glass for a masterpiece of Biblical proportions.
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